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Restraining an Aggressive Suicidal, Paraplegic Patient: A Look at the Ethical and Legal Issues

Author

Constantino, Rose E.

Boneysteele, Ginger

Gesmond, Sharyn A.

Nelson, Beverly

Bibliographic Citation

Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 1997 May-Jun; 16(3): 144-151.

Abstract

This paper focuses on a case of an intently suicidal, paraplegic
patient in a critical care unit and the need for collaboration among nursing
leaders to provide a safe environment through the use of wrist restraints.
Ethical questions regarding patient rights, liberties, and privileges are
reviewed. Legal points of negligence and intentional torts are also included
in the analysis of the case.